Dear Santa, This is New Orleans, where we have perfected the balance of naughty and nice. If we are too much of one (Mardi Gras), we balance it out by being too much of the other (Lent). So tell us: How did your 2011 stack up? Take our reader poll, and post in the comments what has landed you on... Full story »

Voodoo Music Fest in New Orleans presents countless opportunities for amateur and professional photographers alike to shoot spectacular images. From the bands, the costumed fest-goers and the overall atmosphere, there shouldn't be a shortage of interesting pictures. Post your photos to the "Voodoo Music Fest 2011" gallery on NOLA.com to share your experience with the NOLA Community, and let us... Full story »

We're a week away from Halloween in New Orleans - arguably one of the biggest holidays in the city - and carved pumpkins are making their debuts on neighborhood porches and steps. Don't be greedy, show them off on NOLA.com! We want to see photos of your Jack-O'-Lanterns, and we want to hear the story behind your design. Did you... Full story »

There's a debate going on with the NOLA.com editorial staff about playing Christmas music before a certain date in the calendar. Some say it's never OK to play those tunes before Thanksgiving, while a couple of us have set a temperature of 59 degrees as the appropriate time to play them. For those who love Christmas time (myself and... Full story »